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Uncovering UNRWA’s Terrorist Crimes Act
3/12/2025, 8:23 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1252
Bill 119 hr 1252, also known as the "UNRWA Funding Report Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to require the Secretary of State to submit a report to Congress regarding the funding provided by the United States to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the funding and oversight of UNRWA.
The United States has been a significant contributor to UNRWA, which provides assistance to Palestinian refugees in the Middle East. However, there have been concerns raised about the transparency and effectiveness of this funding, leading to calls for increased oversight and accountability.
If passed, this bill would require the Secretary of State to provide Congress with a detailed report on the amount of funding provided to UNRWA by the United States, as well as information on how this funding is being used and the impact it is having on the ground. The report would also include an assessment of the effectiveness of UNRWA's programs and recommendations for any necessary reforms. Overall, the UNRWA Funding Report Act seeks to ensure that US taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to support Palestinian refugees in the Middle East. It reflects ongoing debates and discussions about the role of the United States in providing humanitarian assistance to vulnerable populations around the world.
The United States has been a significant contributor to UNRWA, which provides assistance to Palestinian refugees in the Middle East. However, there have been concerns raised about the transparency and effectiveness of this funding, leading to calls for increased oversight and accountability.
If passed, this bill would require the Secretary of State to provide Congress with a detailed report on the amount of funding provided to UNRWA by the United States, as well as information on how this funding is being used and the impact it is having on the ground. The report would also include an assessment of the effectiveness of UNRWA's programs and recommendations for any necessary reforms. Overall, the UNRWA Funding Report Act seeks to ensure that US taxpayer dollars are being used effectively and efficiently to support Palestinian refugees in the Middle East. It reflects ongoing debates and discussions about the role of the United States in providing humanitarian assistance to vulnerable populations around the world.
Congressional Summary of HR 1252
Uncovering UNRWA’s Terrorist Crimes Act
This bill prohibits federal funds from being used to provide funding, directly or indirectly, to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
The bill also requires the Department of State to report to Congress on (1) the total U.S. funding to UNRWA from FY2020 through FY2024, and (2) how such funds were spent.
Current Status of Bill HR 1252
Bill HR 1252 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1252 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 12, 2025. Bill HR 1252's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 12, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1252
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
13Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
13Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1252
Primary Policy Focus
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1252
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